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Which of these birds does Merck say is NOT for inexperienced owners?

Cockatoos: loud, needy and big chewers.

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  1. Budgie
  2. Canary
  3. Cockatoo ✔

Why: Merck says cockatoos are very loud when they scream, may demand lots of handling and attention, and are not for inexperienced owners. That warning does not appear for the other two choices.

Huh, didn't know that: Most cockatoos are mainly white; the rose-breasted cockatoo is gray and pink.

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Answer: Cockatoo. Merck says cockatoos are very loud when they scream, may demand lots of handling and attention, and are not for inexperienced owners. That warning does not appear for the other two choices.

  1. Merck Vet Manual: Choosing a Pet Bird www.merckvetmanual.com/bird-owners/choosing-and-taking-care-of-a-pet-bird/choosing-a-pet-bird
    Very loud when they scream. Not for inexperienced owners. Very likely to chew wood, plastic, and other materials.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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